Going to the kitchen to prepare our own food or to eat it, we, as a rule, throw it into the trash bin what is considered to be waste. In addition to other garbage, onion peel naturally flies to the garbage, which on the barely possesses no less valuable properties than the onion itself. It would be strange if no one has yet figured out how to use this "waste" in everyday life, as well as to treat certain diseases, so we suggest you learn how to turn obvious garbage into something useful.
Onion Husk treats bronchitis
In acute bronchitis, onion peel decoction can help a lot. They make compresses during illness. To prepare the broth, pour boiling water over the glass of the husk, leave for 15 minutes, then put in gauze and squeeze. Ready compress should be put on the chest 3 times a day for about 30 minutes.
There is another recipe that will help get rid of a strong cough. Husk from 15 bulbs need to fill with one liter of cold water, bring to a boil and keep on low heat until the liquid boils away by half. Next, you need to insist the mixture until it is completely cooled, strain and drink the broth 2 tablespoons 4-5 times a day.
Onion Husk Fights Skin Diseases
To get rid of warts and dermatitis, small wounds and fungus, you must use crushed husk. Mix it with petroleum jelly or neutral fat cream in a ratio of 2 to 3. Apply this product 2 times a day on the affected skin. Ointment should be stored in a cold dark place.
Husk helps with swelling and varicose veins
Surprisingly, onion peel helps to fight leg pain and varicose veins. Pour 2 tablespoons of husk and 2 spoons of chamomile flowers with 2 cups of water, boil for 15 minutes. Leave the mixture for 5 hours and then evaporate half the contents in a water bath. Rub the remaining extract into sore spots.
Fatigue and pain in the legs well removes another tool - oil with husk. To make it, finely pound a handful of onion peel and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil or grape seed oil. Insist 10-12 days in a glass or ceramic dish and massage your feet with this oil 2-3 times a week.
A decoction of onion peel relieves allergies
Broths of onion peel help with allergic reactions, as well as cleanse the body of toxins. Just pour the husks with hot boiled water and boil in a water bath for 10-15 minutes, then cool and strain. Use 2-3 tablespoons several times a day.
Infusion of husks improves hair growth
Infusion of onion peel really improves hair growth, gives them a beautiful shine. Fill the husks with boiled water at room temperature in a non-metallic container in a 1: 2 ratio. Cover and leave for 12 hours. Rinse your hair every time after washing for 2-3 weeks.
Infusion does not have a sharp flavor, so you can use it always, without fear that you emanate an unpleasant smell.
Onion Husk - Great Food Color
Onion peel is not just a harmless, but also a healing food dye. Everyone knows that with the help of husks you can paint Easter eggs, but this is not the only application. For example, many housewives tint broth by pouring strained decoction of the husk into it. You can also put the unpeeled onion in the pot. The dish will get a beautiful golden color.
Onion peel is an excellent plant care product.
Infusion of onion peel is used for washing indoor plants, cleaning them from mites and various bacteria. This infusion can be used as a fertilizer. It is very simple to prepare it - put a glass of onion peel into a liter jar, cover it with boiled water and leave it for 24 hours. Strain and carefully treat the plant, especially the underside of the leaves. A day later, wash the flower with clean water.
If you have a cottage and your own garden, the decoction of the usual onion peel is perfect for watering. Especially such procedures are good for carrots and tomatoes. Experienced gardeners recommend using onion extracts also for spraying cucumbers when their leaves begin to turn yellow.
